Lakehouse Retreat --- ein verstecktes Juwel am Swains Lake in Barrington NH

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3 Schlafzimmer2+ BadezimmerPlatz für 6 Gäste223.0 m²

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Haustiere erlaubt
Küche
Wäschetrockner
Grill
Waschmaschine
Parkplätze verfügbar

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Barrington, NH

Ayers Pond
‪13 Autominuten‬
University of New Hampshire
‪15 Autominuten‬
Marktplatz
‪34 Autominuten‬
Portsmouth, New Hampshire (PSM)
‪30 Autominuten‬

Zimmer und Betten

3 Schlafzimmer (Platz für 6 Personen)

Schlafzimmer 1

1 Queen-Bett

Schlafzimmer 2

1 King-Bett

Schlafzimmer 3

2 Einzelbetten

2 Badezimmer, 1 Gäste-WC

Badezimmer 1

Toilette

Badezimmer 2

Badewanne oder Dusche · Toilette

Badezimmer 3

Badewanne oder Dusche · Toilette

Weitere Räumlichkeiten

Terrasse oder Patio

Veranda oder Lanai

Küche

Balkon

Separater Essbereich

Garten

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Kommen Sie und genießen Sie unser ursprüngliches Zuhause auf der schönen Insel Calef.

Fahren Sie über einen mit Birke gesäumten Damm und Sie finden dieses ganzjährig geräumige Half Acre Lake House in Barrington, NH. Spazieren Sie durch die Haustür und mit sonnigen Zimmer, hohe Decken, und eine spektakuläre Aussicht auf den See begrüßt. Ein Naturliebhaber Dieses 3 Schlafzimmer / 2. 5 Bath ist auf einem herrlichen Grundstück komplett mit 180 Meter Wasserfront gelegen. Zwei Sandstrände, Hängematten, Außengrillplatz, Kajaks mit Schwimmwesten, Wasserspielzeuge sind alle Ihnen für die Aufnahme. Lesen Sie unter einem Baldachin von Bäumen, schwimmen aus dem Dock in kühle klare Wasser, oder Kajak diese 3. 5-Meile See. Dann speisen Sie auf der Terrasse oder Terrasse, lauschen Sie dem Klang der Seetaucher, und beobachten Sie einen der schönsten Sonnenuntergänge Sie je gesehen haben. Und für alle, die Fischer draußen Swains See wurde als New Hampshire "Hidden Treasure" geschrieben.
Man hat uns oft gesagt: Eine Woche reicht nicht!

Diese zentral gelegene Unterkunft ist nur wenige Minuten von Market Basket / Hannafords, dem NH State Liquor Store, Wentworth-Douglas Urgent entfernt
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Besuchen Sie die historische Küstenstadt Portsmouth NH - 17 Meilen entfernt - mit endlosen Auswahlmöglichkeiten an feinen Restaurants, Museen, Kreuzfahrten und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten.
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Mary Ann Marshall

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Küche

Waschmaschine

Wäschetrockner

Haustierfreundlich

Klimaanlage

Außenbereich

Hausordnung

Check-in ab 15:00 Uhr

Mindestalter für die Miete: 10 Jahre

Check-out vor 10:00 Uhr

Kinder

Kinder (0–17 Jahre) erlaubt

We do not rent to children under the age of 10 yrs

Veranstaltungen

Veranstaltungen sind nicht gestattet

We do not allow parties/reunions/lg gatherings

Haustiere

Haustiere erlaubt

Dogs only

Rauchen

Rauchen ist nicht gestattet

Quiet time from 10pm to 8am, we are very considerate of our neighbors

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Zur Gegend

Barrington

Dieses Ferienhaus in Barrington liegt in der Nähe von Freizeitparks und direkt am Wasser. Sehenswürdigkeiten wie Betty and Barney Hill Archive und Sarah Orne Jewett House sind genauso interessant wie die Attraktionen der Region, zu denen Bedrock Gardens und Woodman Institute zählen. Du möchtest deinen Aufenthalt in der Stadt mit dem Besuch eines spannenden Events oder einer Sportveranstaltung aufpeppen? Dann schau doch einmal hier vorbei: Lee USA Speedway oder Lundholm Gymnasium. Entdecke die hiesige Tierwelt bei Aktivitäten wie Naturwanderungen und Vogelbeobachtungen.

Barrington, NH

In der Umgebung

Ayers Pond - 13 Autominuten - 10.7 km
University of New Hampshire - 15 Autominuten - 13.9 km
Flag Hill Winery - 18 Autominuten - 18.1 km
New England Dragway - 27 Autominuten - 27.4 km
Marktplatz - 34 Autominuten - 33.5 km

Fortbewegung vor Ort

Bahnhof Durham – 17 Fahrminuten
Flughafen Portsmouth (PSM) – 30 Fahrminuten

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬11 Autominuten
‪Sunny's Restaurant - ‬13 Autominuten
‪Wendy's - ‬11 Autominuten
‪Subway - ‬10 Autominuten
‪Coffee Craving - ‬15 Autominuten

Häufig gestellte Fragen

Ist Lakehouse Retreat --- ein verstecktes Juwel am Swains Lake in Barrington NH haustierfreundlich?

Ja, Haustiere sind in dieser Unterkunft erlaubt.

Wann ist der Check-in bei Lakehouse Retreat --- ein verstecktes Juwel am Swains Lake in Barrington NH?

Check-in ab: 15:00 Uhr.

Wann ist der Check-out bei Lakehouse Retreat --- ein verstecktes Juwel am Swains Lake in Barrington NH?

Check-out ist um 10:00 Uhr.

Wo befindet sich Lakehouse Retreat --- ein verstecktes Juwel am Swains Lake in Barrington NH?

Dieses Ferienhaus liegt am Ufer und ist damit nur 4,9 km von Stonehouse Forest entfernt. Im Umkreis von 15 km befinden sich zudem: Langley & Kennard Forest und Wheelwright Pond. Ebenfalls in einem Umkreis von 15 km: Ayers Pond und Little River Park.

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10/10

Sauberkeit

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Lage

10/10

Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Diese Bewertung wurde vor 2018 eingereicht und wurde nicht geprüft.

10/10 – Hervorragend

10. Jan. 2010

Wonderful Lakeside Retreat

My sister and I (with our families) rented this gorgeous property for a week in Aug. 2009. The house was clean, well-maintained, well-equipped, and beautifully situated on the island; we enjoyed the quiet private setting. This house is suitable for kids: great swimming, kayaks, dock, beach... Its location in Barrington was perfect for easy access to the ocean and mountains of NH. Mary Ann is a pleasure to deal with: very organized, helpful, and professional. We would highly recommend this rental property to anyone looking for a lovely NH getaway.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Ginger R., Southborough, MA

9. Juli 2014

Wonderful Old-fashion Vacation

Our family had a wonderful stay at Swain's Lake. Owners were wonderful to work with and the property was fantastic. We were truly able to enjoy and "old-fashion" lake house vacation with boating, fishing, and floating on the lake. We watched the loons every morning while we enjoyed our coffee on the upper deck, the kids loved exploring the lake, and it was a great location for Boots (our aging black lab) to easily access the water. The kitchen was well equipped - we made dinner in every night and found everything we needed to prepare our meals. Beds were comfortable and the kids had plenty of space to "relax" inside during our rainy day. Loved all of the board games, too! I would highly recommend this property to anyone who is looking for an old-fashioned family vacation full of MANY happy memories! Thanks for sharing your home-away-from-home Mary Ann and Ken!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Kim C., Monroe, CT

21. Juli 2012

Perfect Relaxation

Our week on Calef Island could not have been better. I spent mornings with my coffee, binoculars and camera on the upper deck listening to the water and the birds, waiting for the family of loons who came by several times a day and the Great Blue Heron who enjoyed walking the neighbors dock. Afternoons we spent swimming or enjoying the hammocks and tree swing. Evenings brought outdoor dining and anticipating the truly glorious sunsets. It seemed each night was even more vibrant than the one before. Great kitchen for cooks, nice stove and lots of counter space, plentiful supplies and cookware for even (me!) the most finicky of chefs. Cozy living room to watch a movie or play board games. Comfy bed for a restful night. Feels so secluded yet all your conveniences are nearby, grocery store and the Urgent Care (which we unfortunately had to visit for a case of Swimmers Ear....couldnt get my daughter out of the lake!). Definitely recommend a trip to Calefs Country Store (so fun and the cheese..omg!) and Golicks Dairy Bar for a fun treat. But honestly, if we never left the house for the duration of our visit, that would have been just fine also!! So peaceful!! Thanks Mary Ann and Ken for a lovely spot and for your hospitality!

10/10 – Hervorragend

Tom Bishop B., Ridgefield, CT

19. Juni 2022

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Everything was above expectations

We had a great stay, everything was there in surplus. The house is well stocked and extraordinarily decorated/accented with .. nice artwork and other cool items. Owners very nice and helpful. Great location on the lake with view to the west for sunsets on the two decks. Stores close by for everything from, donuts to ice cream to big grocery store. Be sure to Checkout Calef's Country Store, very interested. Fishing was good, good golf nearby. We played Nippo Lake and Pease. Next time will do Breakfast Hill golf. You won't be disappointed.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2022

10/10 – Hervorragend

Tara R.

25. Aug. 2020

Gut: Sauberkeit, Check-in, Kommunikation, Lage und Genauigkeit des Onlineauftritts

Lake Perfection

This was our first time renting property on Lake Swain. The house is spacious with many amenities, including a deck with gorgeous views of Lake Swain. Everything was clean and furnished nicely, with many small touches of antiques throughout the home. The lake access is easy with two different locations to access the water, one of which is beach access perfect for small children or pets. The lot is large outside with hammocks, kayaks, a variety of seating areas, and a fire pit. We had family come for two nights and they had plenty of space with the two bedrooms downstairs and an additional living room. Everyone loved the property! Lake Swain is very clean and perfect for many water activities. The sunset views from the deck were gorgeous! The owners are lovely and very helpful. We hope to rent again next summer!

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im August 2020

10/10 – Hervorragend

Joanne N.

28. Aug. 2018

Lovely Lakeside Getaway

Our family spent a week this summer at Calef Island and it was truly an amazing experience. The home and property are well kept and are stocked with all the things you could possibly need. We spent most of the time grilling, swimming and just relaxing. The view is amazing, and the lake was perfect. The kids had a blast swimming and playing all day. The a/c was a nice treat especially with hot and humid weather we've been experiencing. I would highly recommend a stay here, and look forward to going back again!

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juli 2018

10/10 – Hervorragend

Marsha D.

31. Juli 2018

Lovely lake house, wonderful, relaxing, fun family holiday

Our family of two seniors (mom and dad), five adult children (youngest 29, oldest in her 40's) and one very energetic Australian shepherd recently spent the 4th of July week at this lovely lakehouse. The young adult "kids" came and left on different days, as their busy professional lives allowed, with only a couple days of overlap when we were all there. Everyone found the house and location delightful. We all swam and kayak'd and the young men in the family all fished, with some degree of delicious success. The hammocks were also very big hits. The world cup was happening, so there was also a lot of soccer watching. The kitchen was wonderfully complete and we ate out only one time the whole week. We barbecued almost every night, and even made s'mores in the fire pit one night. Our California born and raised "kids" especially enjoyed setting off fireworks over the lake, something strictly forbidden at home. Most nights, the sunsets were lovely and sitting on the porch overlooking the lake with a cool glass of something was much enjoyed. The loons in the early morning were a joy to see and hear. We would all heartily recommend this lovely home to anyone looking for a beautiful place to unwind and savor some quality family/friends time.

Aufenthalt von 7 Nächten im Juni 2018

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Susan L.

12. Aug. 2017

Best Lakeside Vacation Rental!

This wonderful home is truly a Gem on the lake. We have stayed here several years and will be back next year. We love the beautiful views across the lake (enjoying the most amazing sunsets!), the family- and dog-friendly beaches on the property, swimming and kayaking in the clean lake, listening to the loons, cooking family dinners in the well stocked kitchen, and the quiet atmosphere that Calef Island offers. The house is perfect for a couple but can also accommodate families easily. We love it here!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Elizabeth M.

8. Aug. 2017

Beautiful home, property, beach and lake

2016 was our 3rd year returning to this beautiful place. The lake, kayaking and swimming are just wonderful. Sitting on the deck every day having breakfast over-looking the lake, is one of our favorite things to do. Our labrador thinks this place is the best. He can’t wait to get into the water. They graciously let us bring our newly rescued 13 year old labrador. We did not know how she would do, but she loved being there and she loves to swim. That was great for exercise for her old joints. There is a beach which makes it so easy to get into the water. No climbing over rocks! Then there is the dock, the hammock and games to play. MaryAnn and Ken could not be more welcoming. The home is just perfect. The Calef Country store is not to be missed they have the best sandwiches! We came home with hundreds of memories preserved in our camera and can’t wait until next year!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

maureen s.

6. Aug. 2017

It really is a hidden gem!

We have been coming here for about five years so needless to say we enjoy the house, the lake (can’t beat the view) and especially the owners very much. Mary Ann and Ken are delightful, responsive people who really are very accommodating and make sure you enjoy your stay. The house is very private with a large piece of land and a spectacular view. The fishing is quite good, kayaking is great fun and reading a book on either porch is a great way to end the day. There are not a lot of restaurants nearby but if you grill something up, you can kick back and relax at any of three outside areas and you are guaranteed the best waterfront dining to be had. Can’t beat that!!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

6. Aug. 2017

Wonderful

We love coming up here every year to Maryann & Ken's cabin because it's like coming home. Everything you need is close and at the same time you feel like you're away from it all. Best view on lake bar none. Best fireworks display I've seen it many years plus the 4th of July boat parade was amazing. Thanks again for letting use your wonderful cabin.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Jeff P.

29. Juni 2016

Couldn't ask for better!

The house and scenery were magnificent! My wife, my 3 daughters, and I had a great week escaping the southeastern heat and absolutely hated having to leave. Mary Ann and Ken were kind, gracious hosts and super helpful with all of my questions. We spent time swimming, kayaking, and fishing and loved the sounds of the loons. We were planning a different vacation next year, but had such an amazing time we're probably coming back!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Susan L.

9. Aug. 2015

A week isn't enough!

This is the second year we've come to Swain's Lake and we wondered if it could be possibly be as wonderful as our visit last year. Stepping onto the deck to see the lake was like coming home and when our last day arrived we, again, didn't want to leave. Mary Ann and Ken met us upon arrival to make sure we had everything we needed; they are wonderful, thoughtful hosts! We enjoyed many moments on the upper deck, eating meals, reading, sipping coffee and watching the changing light on the lake. We explored the nooks and crannies of the lake in the kayaks and cooled off by bobbing just off the sandy beach in the warm lake waters. Swains Lake is very clean so you get to see lots of wildlife: loons (our favorites), great blue herons, ducks and geese, hawks and fish darting in the clear waters. Every morning I watched a muskrat make her way along the shore right next to the house leaving a glassy V-shaped wake behind her. The dogs LOVED fetching their toy sticks into the water from the beach and the human swimmers in the family swam across the lake several times. In addition to several Barrington hikes, we took a day trip to Pawtuckaway State Forest and were rewarded with a beautiful hike to the top of North Mountain. Must tries are the Stonehouse Baking company (donuts! bagels!), the Calef Country Store (delicious sandwiches, homemade dog treats and the famous CCS aged cheddar cheese) and Zampa Restaurant. We've already made reservations for two weeks next year!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

1. Aug. 2015

The Wheats

Once again we had a wonderful stay at the lake house. Mary Ann & Ken are always great hosts and the place is always ready for two great weeks. Thanks once again for a relaxing stay on Swains Lake. Heading up for our 6th year in 2016.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Kristine C., Burlington

18. Juli 2015

lovely, quiet, lakefront house

We just finished our second year renting this property. Owners are very nice and their house is very neat and clean. House is well stocked, it will have most everything you could think of. Lots of fun nooks outside for kids to explore. There is several lake entrances on property, so its nice to decide whether to walk in or jump in! The lake is exceptionally warm!! My teen daughters loved being downstairs (where their bedrooms were) as they had their own space and privacy. I like to go for runs and this was a safe area to do so. Very hilly, but beautiful country roads to explore. I would recommend planning on eating at home because there aren't many good restaurants nearby. Ogunquit is 40 minutes away, so if we craved lobsters and steamers, we'd go there. Otherwise, I would recommend this for a family that just loves mellow, old fashion summertime days spent by the lake.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Shawn R.

8. Juli 2015

6 Stars!!!

Can't say enough good things about our stay. The home is clean and cozy with everything you may need. Any item you can think of is up to date and in perfect working condition. The property is spread out and multi-leveled. Plenty of places for shade / sun - family or quiet time. Ken and Mary Ann were wonderful hosts. Always prompt, courteous and friendly. Their home is perfect to get away and yet still close enough to civilization for any thing that comes to mind. You could not as for a better location. We are a family with 3 young adults (17, 18, 20) and we are all avid fishermen / boaters. There is a rope swing just across the lake (Swing at your own risk) and also some hills for hiking. Fishing wise it was just ridiculous... We have a bass boat and fish avidly throughout the morning and evening. 20 - 30 fish daily still may be understated... Mostly in the 1 pound range but we did mange quite a few lunkers as well. We were not disappointed by any means. (4 pounder right off the dock) Very impressed with how healthy the lake was overall. Full of life. The lake itself is under 400 acres but with all of the coves, islands and channels is appears much, much larger. From the upper deck you have the best view of the sunsets and the entire lake overall. Absolutely beautiful. You are tucked away but still right in the middle of all the action. It has to be the best piece of property on the lake for too many reasons to list We would give it 6 Stars if we were able to... Previous reviews say the same thing. The pictures of the home and property don't tell the whole story of how lovely this place is. We would love to come back again next season. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. We had such a great time. The "R " Family

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Randy C.

15. Dez. 2014

What a special place!

Myself, wife and two children had an absolute blast! The house was immaculate and had every amenity we could ever need. The sunsets were amazing and truly a tranquil week. I brought up my boat and was able to launch on site which made it very easy to take in and out. Although I wont tell you where the fish are... But can say that i had no problems catching 20+ bass a day. We will definitely be back hopefully year after year!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Elizabeth M.

30. Aug. 2014

Wonderful Get-a-way

My husband, myself and our black lab, Morgan, rented this wonderful place for a week, the first week of September 2014. It’s always hard for us to get away from work so this was a real treat for us. The weather was beautiful, and the house was lovely. The kitchen had everything you could want. We ate most meals on the upper deck overlooking the lake...ahhhh. Listening to the loons across the lake was wonderful. There is a dock, stone stairs into the lake and a stone bulkhead which are great. But the best thing is the sandy beach. You will need water shoes as you do in most lakes, but the big rocks did not start until you are about 10-15 feet into the water. Our dog loved splashing in the shallow water. We used the kayaks every day and having the beach made it easy to get in and out versus using a dock. We brought floats and it was so relaxing to just float around in the water. And there are several TVs and high speed internet access (a must for us in case work called). Don't forget to visit the Calef country store and order their delicious sandwiches. The ice cream shop nearby was great, Morgan especially liked that.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Susan L.

20. Aug. 2014

Wonderful Place to Visit!

We spent a week on Calef Island at the end of July and cannot recommend it enough! This is a wonderful place to relax. MaryAnn and Ken have thought of EVERYTHING that you might want or need to make your stay comfortable and fun. This is the first vacation-home kitchen that really does have everything that you need to prepare whatever meals you might want. We really appreciated that our two dogs could come on vacation with us. They spent many happy hours chasing their toys into the water at the sandy beach. Swains Lake is perfect for swimming or just bobbing, warm enough to welcome you in at any time of day. We went kayaking every day, took walks on the local trails and quiet roads, rested in the hammocks, enjoyed dinners on the deck looking out over the lake, listened to the calls of the loons (and enjoyed an entire day when they were fishing right in front of the house), fished, caught and released numerous small bass and gazed out at the serenity of the lake. The pictures of the house and grounds are good but don't do the place justice. The house is situated in such a way that you really feel like you barely have neighbors. The lake was busy with people enjoying water sports on the weekend but during the week it was much quieter. We discovered many beautiful nooks and crannies during our paddles around the lake. The rock outcroppings and lush vegetation are beautiful! We will be back next year! Thank you, Ken and Mary Ann, for sharing your wonderful home with us!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

6. Aug. 2014

Still Our Favorite Place

We spent another two weeks at Swain's Lake and it's getting harder to leave each year. Most times if you revisit the same place after going once you are disappointed because it just never captures the first time experience again. However this was our fourth year at the lake and we think it actually gets better each year. The only problem is it takes us longer each year to adjust to normal living. Ken & Mary Ann are great hosts, we always look forward to coming back. Remember that after our fifth time next year we expect to added to the will, LOL. Thank you again for a wonderful two weeks.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Larry C.

18. Nov. 2013

super place

My family and I stayed at this home for a month and it was fabulous. The location was totally awesome with views of the lake that were breath taking...and we got to see them every day. There was a pair of bald eagles that we saw about every other day soaring close to our top deck. The house itself was very cozy and was beautifully adorned. I appreciated the opportunity to stay on the island during my stay and the owners were very helpful. larry

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10/10 – Hervorragend

Susan M., West Islip, NY

14. Okt. 2013

Beautiful View

Our family of 6 had a great time on Swain's Lake. Mary Ann and Ken were wonderful to work with and met us at the home on our arrival. We were pleasantly surprised at how big the property was and very private and peaceful. The house had plenty of room for our 4 kids and there was plenty to do. They all loved the swing and hammocks, swimming in the lake and exploring the lake on the kayaks. My favorite part was watching the sunset over the lake every night. The kitchen has plenty of room and everything you would need to prepare meals. During our week we visited Portsmouth, Kennebunkport, Portland and took the Cog Railway to the top of Mt. Washington. We also visited the Ice Cream shop down the road. Thank you Mary Ann and Ken for a wonderful week in your home.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

7. Aug. 2013

Greer Family

We so enjoyed our stay at this home away from home. We enjoyed all of the lovely "spots" to swim, sit, relax, read and watch the sunsets. We really enjoyed eating outdoors and the after dark fires in the outdoor fireplace. The camp has all of the things you need for cooking. It is near to the grocery store, movie theater and there are two very nice, affordable golf courses very close by. The washer/dryer come in handy to dry all of those swimming towels. Thank you so much for letting us have our dogs at the camp. One loved the swimming and the other we took on many hikes. It was so nice being able to have them with us. The sunsets were beautiful but the very best time of the day is first thing in the morning, relaxing in the peace and quiet on the deck. Thank you so much, Mary Ann and Ken. Thank you for sharing such a beautiful spot!

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10/10 – Hervorragend

3. Aug. 2013

Third Time A Charm

Well it was our 3rd year at the cabin and this time we stayed 2 weeks. We finally got a chance to visit Portsmouth and Seabrook for some lobster rolls. We went to the Market Basket down the road and bought 8 dozen clams and 6 lobsters for around $60.00 and had quite a clam bake. I can't really see how you can beat this property for a vacation, we saw the greatest sunsets from the upper deck almost every night, weather permitting and again just hated to leave. Thanks again Mary Ann & Ken for allowing us to share your wonderful place on the lake.

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10/10 – Hervorragend

23. Okt. 2012

Fabulous Experience!

My family has been renting on various NH lakes for decades, and this was by far our best experience. This cottage is everything promised and more - private without being remote, beautiful views, plenty of space and all of the amenities provided for us. We rented in the fall and it was spectacular - seeing the colors of the foliage change as we watched the sunset from the deck - absolutely breathtaking. We hiked and kayaked and had the best time, and were able to relax in the peace and quiet too. Mary Ann and Ken have thought of everything - and meeting them in person was one of the highlights of our stay. We'll definitely be back - can't wait!

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Zu Gast bei Mary Ann Marshall

My husband and I have lived in New England our entire lives. We enjoy the beautiful four seasons and especially love the outdoors. Hiking, swimming, skiing, kayaking, or just enjoying the wildlife are only some of our passions. Trying to balance a busy work week with time for the outdoors had been a real challenge, until we bought the house on Calef Island.

My husband has renovated the property, starting with the downstair bedrooms, adding a full bath, and updating the family room. He has just completed replacing the two bathrooms upstairs, windows and all. He is a true genius, already is planning projects for 2021.

I, on the other hand, try not to irritate him with last minute changes and tweaks that inevitably drive him nuts......wall colors are the hardest, he thinks I should seek counseling.

Darum fiel die Entscheidung auf diese Unterkunft

Growing up in the Berkshires, in western Massachusetts, I have always loved the endless hills, valleys and lakes. One of my fondest memories was spending my summers at my grandfathers cottage on Pontoosuc Lake in Lanesborough, MA.
When I married and moved to the Boston area my husband and I wanted a property closer to us. Friends knew of this and asked us to see their home.

It truly was love at first sight, as we walked in the back door (front door is on the water) we could see straight to the lake, with the sparkling waters and sounds of Loons. The windows were open and a soft breeze filled the house. The water was only 20ft from the front door. Sunny with open views of conservation area, wildlife, blue skies, and the soft waves made it quite mesmerizing.

We knew there would not be another property to better this one and we have never regretted it!

Das macht diese Unterkunft einzigartig

The wonderful feature of this home is that you drive directly to the back door, unload, and walk out the front door to sun and fun.
It is clean, private, quiet, and peaceful.
That is why most of our weeks are rented to repeat guests that have been with us over 8 years, taking two or more weeks for their total enjoyment.

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Look forward to speaking with you
Mary Ann